Okinawa AMICUS International is a Bespoke Curriculum school in Uruma, Japan. Founded in 2011. Annual tuition ranges from $4,261 to $5,454 USD.
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About
Okinawa AMICUS International is a private day school in Uruma City, Okinawa, serving students from Kindergarten through Junior High School (ages 4–15). Approved by Japan's MEXT as a Special Zone for Education, it delivers an original English-immersion curriculum alongside Japanese language instruction on a single integrated campus. The school has been a member of the global Round Square network since 2020, emphasising experiential learning and international understanding.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
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AMICUS is approved by Japan's Ministry of Education (MEXT) as a Special Zone for Education, allowing it to design its own original curriculum. It offers English immersion from Kindergarten through Junior High on a single campus, maintaining strong Japanese language instruction alongside. Since 2020, its Elementary and Junior High divisions have been members of Round Square, a global network focused on experiential learning and international understanding.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Elementary | JPY 887,600~$ 5,898 |
| Junior High | JPY 947,600~$ 6,296 |
| Kindergarten | JPY 736,000~$ 4,890 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ¥636,000 - 814,000. Application fee: $1,675.
School Day
Elementary school day starts at 8:15 with morning work and homeroom, followed by class periods, lunch from 12:30 to 13:40, and dismissal around 15:35. Junior High follows a similar structure with an approximately 8:15–15:25 daily timetable.
Student Life
A formal uniform in a denim-wool blend with bougainvillea as the main color is required; it is machine-washable and does not require ironing. A t-shirt second uniform and hoodie are available for daily wear. A separate PE uniform designed for ease of movement is also mandatory. All uniform items are purchased separately.
Students are encouraged to bring their own lunch. If bringing lunch is difficult, a support lunch is provided and delivered by Syoku no Kakehashi before lunchtime. Lunch options include M-size and S-size portions; ordering details are provided monthly.
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School Background
Governed by the AMICUS International School Educational Foundation, established in 2011, with Ms. Chiaki Maehara as chairperson.